Laing O'Rourke

Digital Engineer / Senior Digital Engineer (3D, 4D, Animation & Video Storytelling)

Company
Location
Dartford, England, United Kingdom
Posted At
7/30/2025
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Description
Role: Digital Engineer / Senior Digital Engineer

Specialisms: 3D Modelling | 4D Simulation | Animation & Video Storytelling

Location: Dartford

Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Sponsorship: Unfortunately, we're unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Bring digital construction to life through animation, simulation, and immersive storytelling.

We're looking for a Digital Engineer or Senior Digital Engineer to join our Central Services team in Dartford. You'll use your creativity and technical expertise to help shape how we communicate and plan some of the UK's most complex construction projects through 3D models, 4D simulations, and advanced animation.

You'll have the opportunity to work across a wide variety of major project types, including healthcare, data centres, Ministry of Defence (MoD), Ministry of Justice (MoJ), and power infrastructure and science & research facilities, helping bring clarity to complexity through compelling digital content.

We're looking for someone with a background in construction, structural MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) engineering, with strong skills in visualisation and animation. If you've worked on digital delivery, 4D simulations, or technical coordination for construction projects, you'll feel right at home in this role.

Please note: Candidates with purely architectural backgrounds may not be the right fit for this position.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Creating high-quality 3D and 4D visuals to support project planning and stakeholder engagement
  • Working closely with Digital Leads and project teams to scope, deliver, and refine visual content
  • Telling powerful visual stories using animations, video sequences, and time-based simulations
  • Contributing to the development and consistent application of digital standards
  • Supporting and mentoring others in 3D, 4D, and visualisation workflows
  • Exploring new tools and techniques to keep our work at the cutting edge

What We're Looking For

You'll thrive in this role if you have:

  • Experience in construction, structural, or MEP disciplines, either through a relevant degree or practical project with at least 5 years relevant experience.
  • Strong knowledge of 3D and 4D visualisation tools (e.g., 3ds Max, Unreal Engine, Synchro, Blender)
  • Solid experience with animation, sequencing, and visual storytelling
  • A collaborative, solutions-focused mindset and great communication skills
  • Confidence working independently and managing your own deadlines
  • Scripting knowledge (e.g., Python, Blueprints) for automation or tool development
  • Exposure to VR/AR platforms and immersive environments (nice to have)
  • Familiarity with tools like Solibri, Power BI, Trimble Connect, or Autodesk suite (Revit, Civil 3D)

About Us

Laing O'Rourke is dedicated to being a recognised leader in innovation and excellence in the construction industry. We focus on delivering projects that leave a lasting positive environmental legacy, driven by technical excellence in design, manufacturing, and construction.

We offer a competitive remuneration package (base salary + car/travel allowance) with access to PMI; enhanced pension and parental leave schemes; Life/Dental/Critical illness insurance and income protection; 33 days holiday inc. bank holidays; professional development opportunities and more!  

CVs only tell us so much and so do job adverts. We'd welcome an informal chat via Gabbie Bristow (Resourcing Advisor) – [email protected]. We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible to everyone. If you need the application form in an alternative format or have any questions about our process, please contact our resourcing team at [email protected].

Advertise with us by contacting: [email protected]
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